What do doctors typically charge for Removal or Re-exploration of Parathyroid Glands?

The nationwide median physician charge for Removal or Re-exploration of Parathyroid Glands (CPT 60502) is $2976.03. Doctor billed charges vary based on geographic region, setting, and overhead.

What is the standard insurance baseline for CPT 60502?

The standard insurance baseline reimbursement rate is $1167.57. This represents the customary allowable amount established across standard fee schedules.

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CPT 60502Medical Service

Removal or Re-exploration of Parathyroid Glands

Q: What is Removal or Re-exploration of Parathyroid Glands (CPT 60502)?

Removal or re-exploration of parathyroid glands. This clinical code is utilized across practices and hospitals for diagnostic and therapeutic service documentation.

Removal or re-exploration of parathyroid glands. Clinical pricing breakdown and utilization metrics across 13 practicing doctors nationwide.

$2976.03

Peer Median Charge

Gross billed rate

$1167.57

Standard Baseline

Customary allowable

2.5x

National Markup

Charge vs baseline

Active Physicians

Billing this code

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Understanding This Medical Fee

Gross Charge vs Negotiated Payment: The median physician charge for this service is $2976.03. However, insured patients almost never pay this full amount directly. Insurers negotiate rates down toward the $1167.57 baseline.

Self-Pay & Uninsured Guidance: If you are paying without insurance or out-of-network, request a prompt-pay cash discount. Most medical practices are willing to settle self-pay bills near the customary baseline rate rather than the full gross charge.

Key Questions for Your Doctor's Billing Office:

"Does Dr. [Name] participate in my specific insurance plan network?"
"What is the total self-pay or cash rate for code 60502 if paid upfront?"
"Are there separate facility, anesthesia, or pathology fees associated with this procedure?"